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# The Cell Cycle This document describes the cell cycle, focusing on the phases of mitosis. ## The Cell Cycle Diagram The diagram shows a circular representation of the cell cycle. The main phases shown include: * **Interphase** * **Mitosis** (which includes Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase and...

# The Cell Cycle This document describes the cell cycle, focusing on the phases of mitosis. ## The Cell Cycle Diagram The diagram shows a circular representation of the cell cycle. The main phases shown include: * **Interphase** * **Mitosis** (which includes Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase and Telophase) * **G2 Phase** * **G1 Phase** * **S Phase** The diagram highlights the processes occurring in each phase. Arrows show the transitions between phases. Images of cells in different stages of mitosis are also included in the document. ## Glossary of Terms Descriptive terms and definitions are provided to explain the processes involved. * **Chromosome:** Highly condensed, thread-like structures composed of DNA and proteins. * **Chromatid:** Each half of a duplicated chromosome. * **Centromere:** Region where two sister chromatids are joined. * **Spindle apparatus:** Structure of microtubules that helps separate chromosomes during cell division. * **G1 phase:** Cell growth and preparation for DNA replication * **S Phase:** DNA replication * **G2 Phase:** Preparation for mitosis